Why did the emperor rebel?

Chapter 458
Walking on the corridor into the palace, with the eunuch leading the way in front, and the dark-faced Yu Qian beside him, Shen Shangshu expressed that he was a little uneasy.

In the early court, he could talk freely and clearly object to Qian Qian's proposal, because not only the Hubu family was unwilling.

Yu Qian's nine-sided strategy involved too many interests, and Hubu was just pushed out to fight in the ring.

This was originally an unspoken rule commonly used in the court. If you want to object to something, it is natural that the part that has the most benefits to be touched will take the lead.

As for the reason, it is also very simple, because if you do not come out to oppose it, once it is passed, it will damage your interests the most.

So you have to take the lead, and then everyone can follow.

This is a normal political game, there is nothing to say, the Ministry of Households really doesn't have much money right now.

But if the national treasury is more relaxed, Shen Shangshu will definitely not be such a bird.

As for the Ministry of War, there is nothing to say about the upright court debate, and Yu Qian should admit defeat if he loses.

Originally, this matter should just be settled like this, and it will not be mentioned.

But when the court came down, the emperor wanted to summon the two of them alone.

Shen Yi couldn't help thinking about it.

As one of the few important ministers in the center, Shen Yi's political sense is of course keen enough.

Although I don't know what happened in private, but the relationship between Yu Qian and the emperor has obviously changed during the court ceremony last time. It seems that some barriers have been eliminated, and they have become much closer than before.

If his guess is correct, this transformation should have occurred not long ago.

In other words, now is the time for Yu Qian to be favored.

Just at this time, Yu Qian launched his long-planned nine-sided strategy, but was rejected by a group of ministers headed by the household department.

Although the emperor seemed to "adopt" the opinions of the ministers fairly and impartially, he called the two of them over alone after the court.

This, this, wouldn't it be to shoot the top bird and find a place for Yu Qian?

Thinking of this, Shen Yi looked at Yu Qian who had always had a dark face, and immediately felt that this guy was vicious and had malicious intentions.

Walking all the way forward, we arrived at Qianqing Palace in a short time.

Outside the hall is the emperor's attendant eunuch Huai En waiting.

Shen Yi knew about him, although he was transferred to Qianqing Palace not long ago, it is said that he has won the trust of the emperor, and he has a good reputation and is an upright person.

Seeing the two approaching, Wynn cupped his hands and said.

"I have seen the two elders. Your Majesty is changing clothes. Please wait a moment."

The two bowed their hands and returned the gift.

Then, Shen Yi thought about it, took two steps forward, approached Wynn's side, and asked.

"Eunuch Huai'en has worked hard. His Majesty has just come down from the court, and he hurriedly called the two of us here. I think it's for the government affairs of the morning court?"

Although it is said that there has always been a trend of contempt for eunuchs in the officialdom of the Ming Dynasty.

However, if officials who have reached the third rank or above cannot correctly view the status of eunuchs, then it will be impossible to sit in a high position for a lifetime.

It is true that there are many treacherous eunuchs among the servants, but as the emperor's personal servants, they are indeed irreplaceable.

Where there is imperial power, there will be eunuchs and eunuchs. The only difference is who they are.

Under Daming's system, it might be difficult for them to accomplish things, but it is very easy for them to do bad things.

Therefore, the more high-level civil servants are, the more polite they are when facing these ministers.

Even Wang Wen, that stubborn old man, treated people like Cheng Jing and Shu Liang with courtesy.

Of course, if necessary, these bosses will turn their faces mercilessly, but that's a later story.

Compared with Cheng Jing, Shu Liang, who has been dealing with foreign courts for a long time and has been immune to all kinds of politeness, Wynn has been staying in the inner court after all, and has just been transferred to the imperial court for a short time.

Therefore, it was a little uncomfortable to be so polite to such an important foreign official like Shen Yi.

But Wynn was not stupid to be promoted. He immediately understood that Shen Yi was snooping on him.

After hesitating for a moment, Wynn smiled.

"After His Majesty came back, there was no matter of going up early. Moreover, His Majesty's mood at the moment should be pretty good. The two adults can rest assured."

The ingeniousness of this sentence made Shen Yi raise his eyebrows, and his evaluation of the chief eunuch of Qianqing Palace was a little higher.

Before the audience, it is a common practice for courtiers to simply inquire about the situation so as to be prepared.

Eunuchs are usually happy to do this favor.

Of course, it is inevitable that sometimes some personnel are needed to clear the way.

What's more, in a sense, eunuchs and courtiers are in a mutually beneficial relationship.

After all, for eunuchs, the highest goal is to enter the Supervisor of Ceremonies.

Under normal circumstances, in addition to personal ability and the favor of the emperor, the reputation of courtiers is also a very important part to enter the supervisor of ceremonies.

Therefore, they also need to establish a good relationship with the important officials in the court.

Of course, this refers to ordinary eunuchs, Wang Zhen who is so favored and trusted that he can ignore other conditions is not included.

Shen Yi is not old and pedantic, he naturally understands the ways of the world.

However, he had inquired in advance that Wynn was not good at wealth, but rather had the lofty style of scholars who regard money as dung.

For this kind of person, etiquette has to be put into place, so from his attitude to his tone, he is very polite.

Changing to an ordinary eunuch, I am afraid that he would have been embarrassed if he was treated like this by the ministers of Qiqing.

But Wynn was different. He was only nervous for a short moment before responding.

He was the one who asked the question just now, but Wynn replied "Don't worry, my lords."

Not only did he answer Shen Yi's question, but he cleverly picked himself out, making himself appear impartial, and he didn't intend to make friends with anyone deliberately.

This sophistication is worthy of being the person favored by the emperor!
Putting Wynn down, Shen Yi put his mind on his words again.

The emperor is in a good mood?

As the emperor's personal servant, Shen Yi didn't think that Wynn would talk nonsense without basis, but at this moment, what could the emperor be in a good mood.

It can't be that, because Yu Qian was deflated in the court, the emperor is gloating?
Thinking so in my heart, before I could figure it out, a servant from the palace came out and said something in Wynn's ear.

So, Wynn stretched out his right hand and smiled.

"Your Majesty announces that the two adults have an audience, please come in with our house!"

Hearing this, Shen Yi immediately regained his focus, and together with Yu Qian, walked forward with Wynn.

Entering the hall, the Son of Heaven was wearing a blue dragon robe, and had already sat down behind the imperial case, Shen Yi took a peek at it, and sure enough, he was in a good mood.

I don't know why, but it's a good thing anyway.

"My ministers, see your Majesty."

"Free gift!"

Zhu Qiyu waved his hands with a smile, and signaled the servant at the side to give them seats.

When the two of them sat down, he set his eyes on Shen Yi who was looking a little uneasy, and asked with a half-smile.

"Mr. Shen, are you thinking that I called the two of you here to save face for Mr. Yu, and hold the Ministry of Households to support the nine-sided strategy?"

Shen Yi was taken aback, he didn't expect the Son of Heaven to speak so directly.

Squeezing cold sweat in his heart, a smile appeared on Shen Yi's face, and said.

"I don't dare to speculate on the holy will without authorization. It is common for the court to have different opinions on government affairs. The minister and Yu Shaobao are also dedicated to serving the public, so there is a slight difference."

"The nine-sided strategy is a major issue. It's normal for all court officials to have their own opinions. They may have spoken inappropriately in the court, but they still respect Shaobao very much in their hearts."

Seeing Shen Yi's cautious look, Zhu Qiyu couldn't help but smile and said.

"Sir, there is no need to be like this. I did intend to mediate between the two gentlemen..."

Hearing the emperor's accent on the last few words, a bitter look appeared on Shen Yi's face, as expected he guessed right.

However, right after, the emperor changed the subject and said.

"However, there was a happy event just now, so I don't bother to mediate for you."

happy event?

Shen Yi glanced at Yu Qian, and was also a little puzzled seeing him.

Looking at the Son of Heaven again, the smile on his face was indeed from the heart, not fake.

At this time, Wynn, who was signaled by the emperor, also said with a smile.

"My lords, just after I came down to court, the empress delivered a message, saying that when the imperial physician asked for the pulse of peace, the empress of Guo Concubine was diagnosed as pregnant."

(End of this chapter)